Stephen Ibbott “The One & Only” – Voted “Must See” by Now Magazine

May 27, 2014

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Brian Richer & Stephen Ibbott (Double Solo Show)

Gallery House is proud to announce “Calcium Oxide” new works by Brian Richer and
Stephen Ibbott “The One & Only” rare works.

Opening Reception:
Thursday June 5, 7:00-10:00 pm with both artists in attendance
Exhibition runs from June 5 – 28, 2014.

“Calcium Oxide” is a series created by Brian Richer which, will be a brand new body of work. This will encompass the use of traditional methods of stone carving to modern objects created in limestone and other materials.

A central aspect of Richer’s practice is testing the limits of materials, both in terms of their aesthetic and structural properties, as well as their ability to represent and make reference. Richer is also interested in the intersection between art and technology. Richer’s understanding of both art history and contemporary art, combined with his appreciation of technology, allow him to create objects which elude immediate categorization. Richer’s work blurs the line between the practicality of engineering on one hand, and the indulgence of fine art on the other.

Ibbott is an internationally acclaimed painter whose artistic inclination can be traced back to his great-great-great uncle Robert Harris, who famously painted “The Fathers of Confederation” for the Parliament building. Ibbott has shown in blue chip galleries and art fairs across the USA, Canada and the UK.

Ibbott’s “Love in Digital Time” series developed out of his earlier exploration of the digitally informed line and shape. Painted on aluminum and using a specially developed stenciling method, these artworks have a unique and luminous presence. The themes in the series look at the resilience of love in our culture, despite the enormous changes being brought on by the digital revolution.

Both Brian Richer and Stephen Ibbott’s work is also included in Gallery House Volume 01, you can view a full preview of the 118 page catalogue here.

For more information please do not hesitate to contact Belinda Chun at 416-587-0057 or info@galleryhouse.ca

April 14, 2014

By Belinda Chun

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Ray Caesar’s “A Tainted Virtue” Opening

Gallery House artist Ray Caesar presents a double solo show at the CHG Circa Gallery titled “A Tainted Virtue” opening on April 19th. Five of his new works will be making their North American debut including a newly released edition.

Opening:
Saturday, April 19th 7-10 pmExhibition runs till May 10th

Caesar’s recognizable female figures will grace the gallery with their delicate elegance veiled by a subtle sinister aura. His subjects are aesthetically striking in every way, from their milky skin to their extravagant ensembles. These dreamy representations are even more intriguing as details become more apparent, leading the viewer into a world of dark fantasy.

“A tainted virtue is just a few words that describe the nature of me and my work,” explains Caesar. “I have virtues, morality and kindness but my past was in part a mixture of amazing, wonderful experiences tainted with demoralizing pain and cruelty. I have a disorder called dissociative identity disorder, and although this can be quite challenging, I also see my ability to dissociate as a skill and as a benefit in life. It’s why I communicate in pictures. I live partly in another world of my own creation. This other world is a Paracosm, and my work is a series of windows into the world I have created in my own mind over a lifetime. Trying to live in two worlds is a challenge. Pictures and images allow me to work with that tainted virtue in such a way to turn a kind of ugliness into something beautiful.”

CHG Circa Gallery
8530-A Washington Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90232

March 18, 2014

By Belinda Chun

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Contact Festival Toronto – Myron Zabol

Public Opening:
Saturday May 3, 2:00-5:00 pm
Exhibition from May 3 – May 31, 2014

Myron Zabol exhibits a series of Platinum/Palladium prints. 78/46 prints are subliminal and have an unique appearance. They are amazingly luminous, and even appear to be three dimensional. Platinum prints possess a beauty, depth, and permanence valued by photographers, collectors, and museums.

The beautiful, subliminal qualities of Zabol’s work includes: architecture, floral and a rare look into the Iroquois Six Nations Confederacy which was a travelling exhibition that included the McMichael Canadian Art Gallery and was permanently archived by Canada’s National Gallery, The Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography and curated by the Iroquois Woodland Cultural Center.

January 20, 2014

By Belinda Chun

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Ray Caesar Solo Show & Museum

Ray Caesar of Gallery House presents “The Trouble with Angels” alongside Canadian darling Anita Kunz “ The Bestiary”.
Both shows are scheduled to open February 14, 2014 at 7:00 pm for the public receptionat the Dorothy Circus Gallery Rome, Italy with both artists in attendance. This will be followed by February 15, 2014 an institutional show at the Palazzo Saluzzo Paesana, Turin Italy featuring Ray Caesar.

Ray Caesar works are known for being a reflection of his subconscious mind and path to self-discovery. The viewer of his work is often left to their own devices to discover a hidden clock, scissor or skeleton within other strange things. The Trouble with Angels continue on this theme, disclosing in a dream like manner the past by reflecting on the passage of time. For example, The Forgotten is a place where our memories live and may lie dormant for years but as Ray expalins “it still exists, even though it is no longer acknowledged…a certain smell, a sight of a grin with decaying teeth, or a note played on a piano can suddenly find that place in each of us, like a key unlocking the door”.

Ray is widely coveted and he is considered the grandfather of digital art having been collected by museums world wide including Bristol museum; board of Trustee selection of the MOMA, Guggenheim and the Metropolitan Museum in New York.

January 20, 2014

By Belinda Chun

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Vered Gallery is pleased to present #NSFW: BODIES, a group exhibition featuring figural works by both renown Modern Masters and Contemporary artists, established as well as emerging. NSFW, the internet acronym for “Not Safe For Work” playfully eludes to Vered’s Contemporary spin on traditional nudes and portraiture, subject matter commonly not considered appropriate for public viewing. Included in this exhibition are paintings, photographs and sculptures by Milton Avery, Willem de Kooning, David Hockney, Steven Klein, Eric Fischl, Larry Rivers, Man Ray, Robert Mapplethorpe, Ray Caesar, Colin Christian, Michael Dweck, William King, Adam Handler, Adam Miller, Ashley Maxwell, Tyler Pilote, Peter Buchman and Jessica Lichtenstein among others.

January 19, 2014

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Cat Art Show – Los Angeles, USA

Gallery House selected artists include Anita Kunz and Ray Caesar along side Tracey Emin, Shepard Fairey and Jonathan Yeo as part of the Cat Art Show.
On Saturday, January 25th, 2014, Cat Art Show will debut with over 50 globally recognized artists. This exhibition is both a meditation and a celebration of the feline form–beyond heralding felines as domesticated companion, and instead explores their role as muse and inspiration.

Cat Art Show Los Angeles will be the largest exhibition of cat inspired artwork for sale ever exhibited. Partners include 101/Exhibit, PicMonkey, and The Walker Arts Center’s Internet Cat Video Festival, who will provide the video portion of the exhibition, showcasing cat video vignettes from this year’s fest as well as teasing what’s in store for 2014. All artwork will be for sale, and a portion of the proceeds will go to the Stray Cat Alliance of Los Angeles.

Cat Art Show Los Angeles is the inaugural show by journalist Susan Michals, who has written for many publications including The Wall Street Journal, Vanity Fair, Huffington Post and GalleristNY.

October 17, 2013

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Truth, Light & Matter – Oct 3rd Annual Exhibit in Toronto Canada

Our Annual exhibition opened on October 3, 2013 and continues until November 23, 2013 with hours and appointments listed under the Contact section. It’s been an incredible year –at Gallery House we are currently unlike other existing entities in the art world. We only cater to senior and high end established artists to help grow and foster their work.

Sometimes I feel as if the concept is so new it is difficult to clearly understand what this actually means. We are different because we ensure constant prominence and exhibition is taking place internationally as Gallery House deliberately partners with commercial galleries, institutions and special projects to exhibit the artists works. We manage all the nitty gritty details from strategic planning, communication, negotiation, media/reproduction, contracts, appraisal, insurance, shipping, coordination from concept to exhibition to collection of funds and return. Together with the artists we handle their inventory distribution and ensure rotation of the works of art. As such, the artist is alleviated from the above and can focus on creating their best works.

The venture was formed after working in the fine art world for over 12 years in institutions, as a consultant, commercial galleries and art fairs. Fine arts is a passion of mine and Gallery House over the few years has garnered attention from some of the top institutions including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, US and Bristol Arts Museum, England and numerous partnered galleries in over 8 countries and growing.

Gallery House means we value our artists and our passion inspries us to bring you the best work while insuring the integrity of the artists rights are intact.

A viewer inspecting the much coveted Gottfried Helnwein–Murmur of Innocent 31.

Some attendees having an early evening viewing.

The grand opening night in full swing.

Ray Caesars’ newest works –he’s produced the most amount of one of a kinds in the last several years for this particular exhibit.

A viewer enjoying Joe Fentons’ work and Duggan’s Brewery beer.

Above, Anita Kunz large head of installation–to be acquired in a grouping of 1, 3, 5…

Talented David Cain shot a short clip on the beginnings and inspiration of Gallery House–viewers listen and watch the projector provided by Fresh Air Cinema. To view the full video by David Cain click here.

August 15, 2013

By Belinda Chun

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Truth, Light & Matter – Annual Exhibit

Our annual exhibition, Thursday October 3, 2013 from 7-10pm at Gallery House – Toronto Canada is fast approaching and we’ve already been receiving inquiries on the artists. All new works are being shown at Gallery House this includes:

Ray Caesar
Recognized internationally as the grandfather of digital art and coveted by Ricardo Tisci of Givenchy, the Hearst Family and Madonna he is releasing a new one of a kind and print works alongside hard to find editions.

Joe Fenton
New one of a kind drawings meticulously worked over the year detailing Eastern philosophy & Middle Eastern architecture is being exhibited for the first time in North America.

Gottfried Helnwein
One of a kind 6 x 9 feet oil and acrylic canvas by the infamous painter who rarely shows outside of a museum, his works is being exhibited for the first time in Canada.

Stephen Ibbott
Reviewed by Canadian Art, New York Times to name a few displays his brightly charged oil on canvas work referencing today’s time and the masters of art.

Anita Kunz
Collected by Norman Rockwell Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art in Italy this Canadian decorated Officer of the Order of Canada is exhibiting new works.

Brian Richer
Continuing the exploration of science, limitation of structural properties and aesthetic Richer continues to push the boundary in his new sculptural works.

July 12, 2013

By Belinda Chun

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Brian Richer of Gallery House is proudly exhibiting at the Vered Gallery Annual show Art on the Edge. Richers’s work is depicted above and is showcased on black matte pedestals with a fluorescent tube that emits light when placed on the base of the marble. As his works play upon the intersection between art, technology and science the tubes also remain lit when “waving it above” the base of the marble giving Richer’s work a sense of cool magic.